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08 Did you know? Encouraging signs Book corner Learning to chew and bite helps develop muscles that your child will use for speech when they are older! Baby sign language is an increasingly popular way for moms and dads to communicate with their babies before they can speak. If you’re thinking of starting a signing class with your little one, now is the perfect time to start! Yes, your child is more likely to chew on their book than enjoy reading it, but there are some lovely little board books that are great for this age, including the That’s Not My series and the Fisher-Price Animals of the Rainforest range. Q&A At what age is it safe to give my son eggs? He is now six months and we started weaning a few weeks ago. It is safe to give your son eggs from six months, however they should be cooked thoroughly so that the yolk is no longer runny. Softer eggs can be given from 12 months. Play time! Your baby at six months Don’t forget! This month your baby should receive boosters of the Men C, the 6-in-1 and the PCV vaccines. For more information, see www.immunisation.ie For your big parenting adventure Your baby loves nothing more than some repetition and easy play time – ‘round and round the garden’, ‘peekaboo’ and action songs are ideal ways to spend some one-on-one time together.